Kick Off: Tuchel becomes England coach, Mbappé investigated for rape complaint

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OFFICIAL: Thomas Tuchel appointed as the Three Lions' new headcoach

The former Bayern Munich, Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain boss will be the new Three Lions head coach.

RMC: Mbappé's entourage is now certain he's the subject of the rape complaint

RMC: Mbappé's entourage is now certain he's the subject of the rape complaint

These Things Happen

Le Parisien confirm Kylian Mbappe had relations with woman in Stockholm

A series of rumours surrounding Kylian Mbappe’s trip to Stockholm last week have filled the headlines in Spain this week, after Swedish police confirmed that a rape investigation was ongoing at the hotel the Frenchman was staying at.

Barcelona given positive update over injury as RL9 returns from Poland duty

It’s been a stressful international break for Barcelona. After seeing their most creative player in Lamine Yamal limp off against Denmark on Saturday while on Spain duty, Poland star Robert Lewandowski was seen limping out of the stadium following a 3-3 draw with Croatia.

Pep to welcome £12.5million midfielder to Man City in January transfer window

Pep Guardiola will finally welcome Claudio Echeverri to Manchester City in January once his loan spell with River Plate ends.

Man Utd set cut-price Antony transfer fee as Ratcliffe hatches desperate plan

Manchester United are ready to offload Antony and are hopeful of securing £40million for the Brazilian flop.

Manchester City have Pep Guardiola replacement in mind ahead of potential exit

While Pep Guardiola will not be leaving Manchester City for the England job after the Three Lions agreed a deal with Thomas Tuchel to take over from Lee Carsley, Manchester City are yet to tie down his future.

Barca line up shock moves for Nunez & Isak if they fail to sign Haaland

BARCELONA will move for TWO of the Premier League’s biggest stars if they fail in their bid to land Erling Haaland.

Thomas Tuchel could throw forgotten England pair lifeline

NEW England boss Thomas Tuchel could be set to throw a lifeline to two Three Lions outcasts. 

Eto’o lived in €2.6k per night hotel suite during five-year stay at Barca

Former Cameroon, Inter and Real Madrid forward Samuel Eto’o was one of the finest of his generation, and was responsible in no small part for Barcelona’s second glorious era in the modern game under Frank Rijkaard and then Pep Guardiola. 

Real Madrid consider January move for highly-rated Chelsea defender

Real Madrid officials are currently considering whether to sign a right-back in January, with the news that Dani Carvajal will miss the remainder of the season with a serious knee injury. 

Former Forest & Norwich player faces 4 years in prison over illegal sex tapes

A former Championship forward is facing four years in prison after illegally filming himself having sexual intercourse without permission, according to reports.

Kyle Walker’s wife Annie files for DIVORCE & gears up to fight for £27m fortune

ENGLAND ace Kyle Walker's wife Annie Kilner has served him with divorce papers, we can reveal.

What They Say

'I'm a bad loser, not a cheater' – Pogba gives first interview since doping ban

PAUL POGBA has insisted he is "not a cheater" after the former Manchester United star was banned for doping.

'These could be my last games' – Messi determined to enjoy Argentina swansong

Lionel Messi is determined to enjoy what could be his final few games with Argentina, having recorded five goal involvements in Tuesday's 6-0 rout of Bolivia. 

Mount's comments about Tuchel speak volumes as new England boss is confirmed

Manchester United ace Mason Mount has already issued a glowing endorsement of new England manager Thomas Tuchel.

'I'm a Man Utd icon – Liverpool, Arsenal & Man City all wanted me after I left'

Manchester United icon Nicky Butt had the opportunity to join rivals Manchester City, Liverpool and Arsenal when leaving Old Trafford, but declined.

‘Biggest fake in history of sport’ – Real Madrid back Mbappe amid investigation

Kylian Mbappe has been heavily discussed this week, amid reports coming out of Sweden that he is linked to an ongoing rape investigation in the Scandinavian country.

Varane admits he played final 11 years of trophy-laden career 'on one knee'

Raphael Varane has revealed he played the final 11 years of his career - including his three seasons at Manchester United - with only “one knee”. And the France World Cup winner admitted: “I haven’t tackled for years”.

Messi tips Lautaro for Ballon d'Or after 'spectacular year'

Lionel Messi is backing Lautaro Martinez to win this year's Ballon d'Or, believing his Argentina team-mate deserves the accolade "more than anyone else".

In-Depth

Inside Mbappe’s ‘secret’ 48hr Sweden trip where he’s accused of raping woman

KYLIAN Mbappe was accused of rape after a secretive whirlwind trip to Sweden that lasted just two days.